Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition

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Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is the daily morning podcast that helps you understand the stories shaping Europe and the world before the day gets going.

Produced in the early hours each weekday, the show delivers fresh reporting, sharp analysis and clear context on politics, business and global markets by 7am London time. From decisions made in Brussels and London to developments across the global economy, Daybreak Europe connects the dots between power, policy and money.

Hosted by Stephen Carroll in Brussels and Caroline Hepker in London, and powered by Bloomberg’s global network of more than 3,000 journalists and analysts, the podcast goes beyond headlines to explain what is changing, why it matters and what could come next.

Trusted by professionals, business leaders and investors, but made for anyone curious about how economics and politics shape everyday life, Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is the essential way to start your morning informed and ahead.

Last refreshed: June 29th, 2026 at 6:15 AM

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Episodes

Putin Admits Problems, Burnham Sets Out Vision, Greenland’s Unusual Issue

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) The US and Iran have agreed to stop attacking each other before peace talks resume this week over the Strait of Hormuz and other issues, paving the way to end days of tit-for-tat attacks that tested a fragile truce. (2) Russian President Vladimir Putin said fuel supply problems persist for motorists and businesses, including queues at gas stations, as Moscow weighs measures to stabilize the domestic market af...

Jun 29, 2026•22 min

Daybreak Weekend: US Jobs, Wimbledon Tournament, Vietnam Eco

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to the U.S June jobs report with a focus on three stocks for the week ahead. In the UK – a look ahead to this year’s Wimbledon tournament. In Asia – a look ahead to key readings on growth and inflation for Vietnam's economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 26, 2026•38 min

Tech Selloff Rattles Markets, King Reveals Tax Bill, Naples Powers Italy Growth

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) Global stocks slumped to a two-week low as the tech sector came under renewed pressure after a drop in Apple’s shares and a report that OpenAI may delay its IPO . South Korea’s chip-heavy Kospi plunged, triggering a second trading suspension this week. (2) A ship was hit by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday in the first reported attack since an interim US-Iran peace deal, marking ...

Jun 26, 2026•16 min

Business Warns Burnham, Europe’s Big NATO Pitch, Micron Revives AI Trade

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) Britain’s next prime minister must not pile more pressure on companies with further tax rises, one of the country’s largest business lobby groups has warned. (2) Influential figures in Andy Burnham’s entourage have urged the would-be prime minister to break up the Treasury to refocus the government’s agenda on growth. (3) NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte played to President Donald Trump’s love of praise and ...

Jun 25, 2026•34 min

Deadly Europe Heatwave, Stocks Struggle After Rout, Italy Calms US Rift

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) The UK’s grid operator issued a rare summer power supply warning for Wednesday evening as soaring temperatures put stress on the energy system. Bloomberg Opinion's Lara Williams joins us to discuss her latest piece Welcome to the Heat Dome’s Recurrent Dangers (2) Global stocks failed to hold onto early gains following Tuesday’s tech-led rout, as a fresh bout of selling weighed on the sector ahead of highly an...

Jun 24, 2026•17 min

Burnham Poised for Power, SpaceX's Icarus Moment, Greece's Summer Paradox

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) Andy Burnham appears set to become the UK’s seventh prime minister in a decade after Keir Starmer laid out a timeline for his own departure and potential rivals backed a quick transition to the popular Manchester politician. (2) Starmer entered Downing Street less than two years ago, as the US president headed toward a second term. And he will leave later this summer as yet another short-lived British prime m...

Jun 23, 2026•19 min

Starmer Nears Exit, Iran Truce Takes Shape, Europe's Record Heatwave

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) Allies of Keir Starmer expect him to set out a timetable for his departure as UK prime minister imminently, putting Britain on course for its seventh premier in a decade and paving the way for Andy Burnham to replace him. (2) The pound traded near this year’s low on expectations Keir Starmer will set out a timetable for his departure as UK prime minister in coming days. (3) Millions of barrels of oil continue...

Jun 22, 2026•17 min

Daybreak Weekend: US PCE, London Climate

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend provides a global preview of the week's top stories, including upcoming US PCE and GDP data, insights into the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance, and a look at key stock earnings for Carnival, FedEx, and Darden Restaurants. The episode also delves into London Climate Action Week, discussing Europe's extreme weather, the global impact of El Niño, and the challenges of climate adaptation and policy. Additionally, it examines Australia's inflation outlook, the RBA's policy decisions, and the country's pressing demographic and labor market issues.

Jun 20, 2026•38 min

Andy Burnham Wins, US-ASML China Clash, Europe’s Russia Outreach

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham won a decisive victory for the ruling Labour party in a by-election that delivers him a seat in the UK parliament and with it a pathway to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his job. (2) British policymakers declared that the business world could fend for itself during Brexit. History suggests they were partly right, but the underlying story, however, is more compl...

Jun 19, 2026•30 min

Iran Hawks Left Reeling, Fed Rocks Bond Market, Europe Embraces AI

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) President Donald Trump and his team had several red lines that they used to justify the US war against Iran. At a press conference on Wednesday, Trump largely brushed them aside. (2) Hosting his very last Group of Seven summit, Emmanuel Macron needed every base covered to make sure it was a success and he came prepared, even for a surprise at the end. (3) It didn’t take Kevin Warsh long to get the bond market...

Jun 18, 2026•20 min

Iran Deal $300B Sweetener, SpaceX Overtakes Amazon, AI CEO Career Coaches

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) Iran is set to receive broad financial incentives as part of its agreement with the US, including the right to sell oil immediately, tap a $300 billion development fund and get eventual access to its frozen assets, according to a final draft of the deal. (2) European Central Bank officials are signaling that a US-Iran peace accord won’t necessarily stop them lifting interest rates further, even if it prevents...

Jun 17, 2026•17 min

Hormuz Reality Check, SpaceX Keeps Surging, Jobs Shape Political Fight

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) US President Donald Trump keeps repeating that the Strait of Hormuz — through which one fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas supplies normally flow — will reopen by Friday. (2) The UK said it would impose fresh sanctions on Russia and extend further energy support to Ukraine, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his European allies seek to increase pressure on Vladimir Putin and encourage US Presi...

Jun 16, 2026•20 min

US & Iran Agree Deal, Stocks Rally As Oil Drops, UK Social Media Ban

This episode details the US-Iran interim agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, analyzing its significant impact on global oil prices, shipping, and central bank policies. It also explores AI's polarizing effect on the job market, the UK's proposed social media ban for teenagers, Switzerland's rejection of a population cap, and the G7 leaders' agenda, including discussions on the Iran deal, the Ukraine conflict, and French tech taxes.

Jun 15, 2026•24 min

Daybreak Weekend: Fed Meeting, UK Election, BOJ Decision

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to the next FOMC decision, along with a focus on 3 stocks for the week ahead. In the UK – a look ahead to a high stakes UK election and Bank of England decision. In Asia – a look ahead to a monetary policy decision from the Bank of Japan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 12, 2026•38 min

SpaceX Rockets To Record, UK PM Gets Defensive, Trump's Iran Deal Claims

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) SpaceX has made history with the biggest-ever IPO, sending it into the top ranks of the largest public companies and putting founder Elon Musk on the verge of becoming the world’s first trillionaire. (2) Defense Secretary John Healey quit the UK government after a months-long spending row with the Treasury came to a head, in a move that dramatically dents Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s authority just as rivals...

Jun 12, 2026•21 min

Podcast Special: Is Europe Finally Getting Its Act Together?

This episode delves into the European Union's efforts to boost growth, strengthen competitiveness, and preserve its global influence amid pressure from the US and China. Experts discuss the slow pace of implementing reforms like the Capital Markets Union and the politically divisive topic of joint EU debt. The conversation also addresses the EU's regulatory approach versus innovation, highlighting the significant economic consequences of inaction and the critical need for political will to drive necessary changes.

Jun 11, 2026•29 min

Europe Finds Its Mojo, Trump Escalates Bombing, World Cup Moves Markets

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) Europe is shaking itself awake . Ten years after Brexit, the European Union is finally, fitfully advancing fundamental changes meant to preserve its wealth and influence. (2) The US military launched strikes against “multiple” targets in Iran for the second straight day after President Donald Trump accused the country of dragging out talks on an interim peace deal. (3) Protestors have clashed with police in B...

Jun 11, 2026•21 min

US & Iran Attack Each Other, Belfast Night Of Violence, Deceased Billionaires Vs Heirs

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) US forces carried out strikes against Iran hours after President Donald Trump blamed Tehran for shooting down an American military helicopter off the coast of Oman. (2) Oil rebounded after the US launched fresh strikes against Iran following the downing of an American helicopter, posing a new threat to a fragile truce that’s been tested by recent attacks in the Middle East. (3) A man is set to appear in court...

Jun 10, 2026•22 min

OpenAI Joins IPO Bonanza, Time To ‘Take Profits’, Apple Delays Siri In EU

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day. On today's podcast: (1) OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, filed confidentially for an IPO, joining artificial intelligence rivals in tapping public markets to fund ambitious growth plans. (2) Investors should exercise caution regarding US stocks as an increasing number of “bear market signposts” point to an approaching top, according to Bank of America Securities. (3) Apple said it isn’t currently able to launch Siri AI, its redesigned ...

Jun 09, 2026•17 min

Fresh Israel-Iran Strikes, Britons Rethink Brexit, Turmoil Hits Glenfiddich

Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition reports on fresh Israel-Iran strikes, escalating Middle East tensions, and their significant impact on global oil prices and the airline industry's profitability forecasts. The episode also delves into a new poll suggesting Britons would now vote to rejoin the EU, the growing influence of AI in banking and diplomacy, and the internal turmoil at whisky distiller William Grant & Sons following a CEO's departure.

Jun 08, 2026•23 min

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